174 Law and Social Science Certificate Programs in USA

TCU’s interdisciplinary department of Women & Gender Studies puts women, gender, and sexuality at the center of academic investigation. The department promotes inquiry into the intersections of gender with other identity categories; the workings of power in society; and the means of advancing social justice and equality. Through research, teaching and learning, and collaboration, the program foster feminist and interdisciplinary analysis across social, historical, cultural and global contexts, products and practices.

Pay equity. Gender equality. Human rights. These issues are relevant in today’s workplace and in our everyday lives. Understanding the role gender and sexuality play in local and global society can benefit professionals in fields as disparate as law, medicine, and the creative arts.

The undergraduate certificate in Women and Gender Studies offers students an introduction to key issues related to gender, sexuality, and social justice. It explores how gender shapes individual exper...

The certificate program in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies offers students a chance to explore how gender shapes societies and individual experiences. It covers key topics like social justice, id...

The Undergraduate Certificate in Public Administration and Public Policy provides students with a basic understanding of government agencies, social services, and the policy making process. The program enables students to develop and enhance analytical, research, writing and presentation skills.

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Leadership certificate is designed to quickly familiarize you with the key concepts and important tools you need to successfully lead strategic organizational change. From courses on academic leadership to law and policy, the program is designed to get you up to speed on current issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The Justice System Certificate will introduce students to the criminal justice system. Topics covered are not limited to but will include forensic science, corrections, law enforcement, investigations, the juvenile justice system, and careers in the field.

The Certificate of Achievement in Italian Language and Culture offers opportunities to appreciate the Italian language and culture, as well as dig into the interconnections between Italian culture, Latin American culture and Italian American culture. Italian is an excellent major or minor for those who plan to pursue graduate work in areas such as philosophy, anthropology, history, linguistics or business. Understanding the diversity of cultural, historical and social contexts in the Italian-speaking world will provide new insights and a critical lens. The certificate will enhance the multicultural education that De Anza aims to foster and will open additional opportunities for students who plan to study abroad.

This course of study is designed to prepare students for a career in law (i.e. legal assistant, court reporter) or a law enforcement-related field and/or to transfer to Bachelor’s degree programs in Law, Criminal Justice or related fields and/or to qualify for admission to law school.

For more than 175 years, Cumberland School of Law has educated a talented community of students with knowledge and practical skills, equipping them to become highly competent, ethical lawyers committed to professionalism and service. Hallmarks of a Cumberland School of Law education are practical application and a culture of community, providing a holistic law school experience that goes beyond the confines of the classroom. Through rooted community, dedication to service and academic excellence, Cumberland School of Law provides students with the “how” so students can find their “why.”

The Paralegal certificate program prepares students for meaningful careers in law-related disciplines through a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum based on the fundamentals of the law as it pertains to contemporary issues.

The Certificate in Military Science Leadership is designed for individuals interested in developing leadership skills tailored for military contexts. The program emphasizes understanding military prin...

The Criminal Justice Certificate Program (CJCP) includes an interdisciplinary sequence of classes and an internship, for students interested in the American criminal and juvenile justice systems. Certificate students select courses in legal studies and from the departments of Sociology, Political Science, Social Work, Psychology, Gender and Women's Studies, Anthropology, History, Human Development and Family Studies, Rehabilitation Psychology, Integrated Liberal Studies, and Counseling Psychology. Students gain a broad understanding of the philosophy, theories, and operation of the adult and juvenile justice systems.

This intensive legal secretary certificate is designed for both beginning and experienced secretaries who are interested in improving their skills and working more efficiently within the law office.

The concentration raises questions about the origins and intersections of various systems of power and subjectivity. It explores the philosophies, theories, and enactments of law and governance, and makes central the struggles between ideals and human actions to attain them.